Covington Fine Arts Academy Guitar Handbook 2024-2025

CMSFAA Classical Guitar Handbook
2024-2025
Saul Hernandez-Trejo, Classical Guitar Director

ernesto.hernandez-trejo@austinisd.org

Covington Middle School Fine Arts Academy

School Phone: (512) 414-3276

Guitar Classroom Extension: 51927

School Fax: (512) 892-4547
INTRODUCTION: Welcome to CMS Strings! Your child will be joining a competitive performing group. As a result, certain rules and regulations must be followed to ensure the quality of the Covington Fine Arts Academy Strings Program. Please read the handbook carefully and complete the forms where indicated below.
Name of parent/guardian completing this form*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Cell Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
E-mail (parent/guardian completing this form)*
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian #2 Name

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian #2 Cell Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Parent/Guardian #2 Email
example@example.com
Student Name*

First NameLast Name
Student AISD # (No S)*
CMSstrings.org/calendar
Each rehearsal and performance depends on students being present and on time. If unforeseen conflicts arise during the course of the semester, students must promptly notify Mr. Hernandez-Trejo.

Please review the calendar above and bookmark the link/add it to your google calendar. This calendar will be updated regularly throughout the school year.
Student AND Parent/Guardian have read, understand, and agree to the Calendar of Events above. (select Yes below).*

Instrument / Classroom Supplies / Uniform

Please review the guitar class materials list by following the link below:

cmsstrings.org/guitar-supply-list/
All students will need an instrument to practice their music at home
Please e-mail ernesto.hernandez-trejo@austinisd.org for any questions relating to instruments or class materials. It is my job to help you find a quality student instrument!
Student AND Parent/Guardian have read, understand, and agree to the Instrument / Classroom Supplies / Uniform section above (select Yes below).*

Covington Guitar Student Contract
STUDENT CONTRACT

As a Covington FAA Guitar member, I will act in accordance with the academic and behavior expectations stated above. These expectations have been set in place for my classroom success as well as the success of others in guitar.
Student AND Parent/Guardian have reviewed the following information: Honor Code, Concert Etiquette, Trip Guidelines, Grading Policy, Discipline Procedures, Classroom Expectations. *
STUDENT AGREES TO THE STUDENT CONTRACT:*
Student Signature for Student Contract*

Clear

Communication
CutTime is a new platform that will allow parents and students to receive important communications via e-mail or text. (for returning parents, this will replace Charms)
- Payments: CutTime will help parents and students keep track of any fees/payments that are owed. This includes fair share fees, instrument fees, fundraiser payments, and trip costs.
- Communication. This new platform will allow parents and students to stay up to date with announcements and events.
- Volunteer: Through CutTime, parents will be able to sign up for volunteer opportunities.
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In addition to CutTime, all parents/students must have atleast 1 Remind account!
Parent/Guardian has read, understands, and agrees to the communication information above. Parent agrees to sign up for Remind and CutTime by 8/30/24 (required)*

Emergency Contact Info

(This form is required for students to attend any fieldtrip)
Emergency Contact #1 Name*

First NameLast Name
Emergency Contact #1 Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Emergency Contact #2 Name*

First NameLast Name
Emergency Contact #2 Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Student's Cell Phone Number (in case student needs to be located during a trip)*

Area CodePhone Number
Any allergies of student/special medical needs:
AISD GUITAR AGREEMENT & TRIP/MEDICAL FORM

I have read and understand the Guitar Handbook and agree to the stated requirements. I also give permission for my child to travel with the strings progam for all competitions, local events, and strings recreational trips during the school year. While my child is in attendance at these events, I understand that my child will follow all district, school, and strings policies. Failure to follow these policies will result in removal from the event/trip and possible loss of the privilege to attend future events/trips. Should my child be in need of medical attention during one of these events/trips, Mr. H and employees of AISD are authorized to seek proper medical attention for my child.
Parent/Guardian Signature for AISD Guitar Agreement & Trip/Medical Form:*

Clear
Date of Parent/Guardian Signature for AISD Guitar Agreement & Trip/Medical Form*

MonthDayYear
Date

AISD PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION PERMIT
Parent/Guardian Signature for Private Transportation Permit:*

Clear
Date of Parent/Guardian Signature for Private Transportation Permit*

MonthDayYear
Date

AISD Talent/Media Release

This form gives permission to use pictures of the orchestra/guitar students. Without this, we cannot use any group pictures that contain your student's image.
I hereby certify that I am the parent and/or guardian of student (named above), a child under the age of eighteen years. I hereby consent that any videotape, photographs, or classroom work that have been, or are about to be made by AISD, may be used by AISD for the purpose set forth in the original release hereinabove.*

Clear
Name of Parent/Guardian signing Talent Release*

First NameLast Name
Date of Parent/Guardian signing Talent Release*

MonthDayYear
Date

Fees and Payments (class fees due 8/30/24)

** New for 2024-25** All student payments will be paid through the CutTime Portal (see "communication" page of handbook). You will receive a message from CutTime with payment instructions.
GUITAR FAIRSHARE FEE

All Covington guitar students are required to pay a yearly $40.00 Fairshare Fee. (class fees will be payable online through CutTime)
INSTRUMENT FEE

Any student that does not purchase their own instrument will be charged an "instrument fee" of $30.00 per school year. This allows students to take home a school-owned instrument. Please note we have a limited amount of "loaner" instruments. Students are encouraged to purchase their own instrument for home practice.
MERCHANDISE & PARENT BOOSTER CLUB MEMBERSHIP
- T-shirts, merch, and booster membership may be purchased on the CMS Strings website -www.CMSstrings.org/payments (Paypal & Venmo @CovingtonStrings).
- Booster club payments can also be made with cash or check (payable to “CSBO”) and placed in the Booster Lock Box (orchestra room)or given to any booster club officer.
- Payments must always inclue a student name & what the payment is for.
Student AND Parent/Guardian have read, understand, and agree to the Fees/Payments section above. Parent agrees to pay fees by 8/30/24 (Required)*
PRIVATE LESSONS

1-on-1 lessons are optional, however, they are STRONGLY RECOMMENDED for ALL students, especially advanced orchestra/guitar students!

Private Lesson Teacher List of Instructors
Select "Yes" if you are interested in scheduling private lessons with one of our instructors. Lesson fees are paid directly to the lesson teacher. Prices may vary, so it is best to inquire about lesson rates directly with the lesson instructors. To view full list of instructors, visit CMSStrings.org/private-lessons/
Select "Yes" if you need more information about private lessons.
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Parent/Guardian Volunteer Form